1996 Renault Clio vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 87 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 373 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
