2003 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Renault Clio

To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 668 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Ka 2007 Renault Clio
Make Ford Renault
Model Ka Clio
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1299 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 167 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 10.5 seconds
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 962 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 55 L


 

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