2003 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 372 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.

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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Renault Clio 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Renault Toyota
Model Clio Sienna
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1149 cc 3454 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 73 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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