2004 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 132 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elise | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |