2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2490 mm |
