2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
