2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 309 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Transit Connect | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
