1996 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Clio | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |