1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 2011 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
