2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Clio | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
