1996 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 384 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
