2003 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |