2009 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 150 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
