2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | V70 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
