2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1543 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |