2001 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
