2001 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
