2004 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 565 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
