2003 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clio | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
