2005 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Clio 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Renault Toyota
Model Clio Tundra
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1149 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L