2003 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2003 Renault Clio and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Renault Clio 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Renault Nissan
Model Clio X-Trail
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 251 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 7150 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4650 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.4:1 16.0:1
Top Speed 232 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1600 kg
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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