2004 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
