2001 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Matrix and 2001 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Renault Clio (207 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Matrix | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Matrix | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
