2005 Renault Clio vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
