2008 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
