2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 775 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
