2008 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 405 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 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
