1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1996 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SL | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
