1998 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Clio | ForFour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |