2003 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
