2001 Hyundai Clix vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Clix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Clix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Clix weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Clix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Clix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Clix | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Clix | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
