2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Clio | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
