2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (194 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
