2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
