1998 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 570 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 Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Hilux |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |