2002 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 787 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 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
