2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
