2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
