2009 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 897 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Renault Clio 2013 Toyota Sienna
Make Renault Toyota
Model Clio Sienna
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 332 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 Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1218 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1985 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 79 L


 

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