1996 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
