1998 Renault Clio vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1970 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
