2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
