2002 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 38 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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
