2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Tahoe | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |