2005 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Clio | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
