2003 Renault Clio vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 118 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
