2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
