2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
