2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Terrano | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
