2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Clio | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
