2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 672 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
