2004 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
