2010 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Clio | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
