2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
