1991 Renault Clio vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
