2008 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
