2000 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio. 2007 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Clio | BLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
