2003 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Clio | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
