2005 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
