2007 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
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, both vehicles can yield 127 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
