1997 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
