2007 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1999 Lincoln LS 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. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Renault | Lincoln |
| Model | Clio | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
