2002 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thesis | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
