2005 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 250 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Clio | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
