2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
