2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1951 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
