1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio.
Because 2001 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
