1998 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 254 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |