2000 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Renault Clio. (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 632 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Mustang 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 2012 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio, 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
