2003 Renault Clio vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 9 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 115 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | 116 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |