2003 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
