1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Durango | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
