2003 Acura CL vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Renault Clio. (171 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
