2002 Holden UTE vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Holden UTE. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden UTE | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | UTE | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
