2005 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
