1998 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 457 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2324 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
