2003 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
