2011 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Clio | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |