2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Berlina 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 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
