2002 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 381 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
