2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | LR3 | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |