2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
