1996 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Clio | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |