1998 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1540 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
