2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 810 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 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
