1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 574 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2010 Nissan Quest 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. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
