2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
