2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
