2001 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1021 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
