2005 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Justy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
