2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
