2005 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 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 Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |