2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 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 Frontier (274 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
