2001 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
