2000 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
