2009 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |