2003 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 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 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
