1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, 2012 Scion iQ 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Scion iQ.
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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2012 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Clio | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
