2009 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2003 Infiniti I 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. 2003 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Clio | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
