2001 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
