1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 554 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Jetta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 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 | 880 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |