2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 677 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
