2003 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 661 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
