1998 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 10 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 450 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 2008 Toyota FJ 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, 2008 Toyota FJ 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
