2009 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
