2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2002 Oldsmobile Alero and 2002 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Alero | Clio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |