2003 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 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 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 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 | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
