2006 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 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 Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |