2009 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 160 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Clio | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
