2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 945 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Clio | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
