2003 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2003 Renault Clio and 2007 Suzuki Reno are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 2007 Suzuki Reno has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki Reno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Reno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
