1996 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
