2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1420 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SL | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
