2007 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |