2006 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
