2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Viano | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
