2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 183 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |