2002 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 740 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
