2010 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |