2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
