2004 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 59 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 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
