1998 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |