1998 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 619 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Clio | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |