1998 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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. Both 1998 Renault Clio and 2007 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 129 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Polo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 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 | 980 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
