2005 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 8 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 860 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.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (192 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Clio | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
