2007 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Clio | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
