2003 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2012 Jaguar XF 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Clio | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
