1998 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 390 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
