1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
