2002 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 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 42 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 213 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (207 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
