2007 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2004 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Renault | Samsung |
| Model | Clio | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
