2003 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |