1996 Rover 220 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 426 kg more than 1996 Rover 220.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 220 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | 220 | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |