1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1538 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Clio | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
