2002 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |