2003 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 711 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.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
