1993 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 693 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 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
