2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2008 Renault Clio
Make Jeep Renault
Model Wrangler Clio
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3777 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 196 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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