1998 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 435 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |