1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z9 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
