1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
