2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 329 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 GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | GTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
