1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1997 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 1997 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 897 kg more than 1997 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Clio. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1997 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Trans Sport | Clio |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 64.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |