2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Clio | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
