2001 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 332 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.
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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio. 2001 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | SC | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
