2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 203 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Lumina | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |