2001 Renault Clio vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Clio | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 609 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |