2006 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1270 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 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
