1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2540 mm |
