2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Taurus (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
