2010 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2010 Renault Clio and 2010 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 183 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Renault Clio 2010 Jeep Commander
Make Renault Jeep
Model Clio Commander
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3950 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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