2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 975 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
