1999 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
