1993 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Echo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
