2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 543 kg more than 1998 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 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
