2004 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Clio | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
