1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 970 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
