2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 649 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |