Renault Clio 2016 vs Mazda 2 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 75 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Clio engine produces 30 HP less power than Mazda 2, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Mazda 2. Due to the lower power, Renault Clio reaches 100 km/h speed 4.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.3 | 3.4 | |
| Renault Clio consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 2, which means that by driving the Renault Clio over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1360 km in combined cycle | 1260 km in combined cycle | |
| 1450 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
| Renault Clio gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 2 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 2 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | Used also on Mazda 3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Clio might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda 2 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Clio 2016 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Clio 2016 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.06 m | 4.06 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.50 m | |
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Renault Clio is larger, but lower. Renault Clio and Mazda 2 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 300 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 950 litres | |
| Renault Clio has 20 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 2. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Clio is 1.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 2, which means Renault Clio can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`695 | 1`575 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 9000 | |
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