1998 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 599 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |