2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Tribeca would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Subaru | Renault |
Model | Tribeca | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |