1999 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel. 1999 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
