2007 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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 Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
