2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
