2003 Hummer H2 vs. 2003 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2003 Hummer H2 and 2003 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1930 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hummer H2 2003 Renault Clio
Make Hummer Renault
Model H2 Clio
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2910 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 121 L 50 L


 

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