2007 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1998 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Clio | Marcia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |