2004 Renault Clio vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
