2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Touareg | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |