2001 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 122 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Clio | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Clio | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |