2006 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
