2004 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |