2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 150 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 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
