2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
