2004 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 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), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1624 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
