2002 Mazda Demio 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 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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, 2008 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Demio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
