2005 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 480 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 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GX | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
