2004 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1260 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 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
