2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Yaris | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
