2003 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 661 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 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Clio | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |