2001 Dodge Intrepid 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 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 90 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 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Intrepid | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
