2002 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2002 Renault Clio and 2002 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 770 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 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio, 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 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Clio | Blazer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |