2000 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 2 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 478 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
