1998 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 9 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Citi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
