1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 618 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |