2003 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 502 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 2003 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Clio | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |