2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (108 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
