1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 464 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 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Clio | Juke |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |