2004 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 920 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Clio | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |