2003 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Renault | Chrysler |
Model | Clio | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |