2003 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 Renault Clio and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
