2003 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Clio | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1323 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |