2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 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 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
