2000 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Renault Clio. (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
