2007 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2007 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
