2007 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |