2003 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |