2004 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
