2001 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 505 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2001 BMW 745 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. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 745 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
