2003 Renault Clio vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 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), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 746 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
