2002 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1057 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Clio | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
