2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio.
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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Celica | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
