1998 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1998 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
