1993 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 14 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
