2002 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 Renault Clio and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2002 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Clio | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
