2008 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1073 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 140 L |
