2005 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 85 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, 2005 Renault Clio (192 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
