2005 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 902 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Clio 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Renault Toyota
Model Clio Tundra
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 95 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2077 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1935 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3221 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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