2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |