2011 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 2011 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Clio | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Clio | Compass |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
