2008 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Clio | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Clio | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |