1995 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
