2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
