1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
