1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK X | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
