2003 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 254 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
