1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 490 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
