1998 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1408 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Clio | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
