2007 Nissan Note vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Note | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
