2009 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion 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. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Allion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |