2005 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
