2004 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
