2010 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2010 Lexus IS and 2010 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Clio |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
