2006 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |