2004 Renault Clio vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Renault Clio | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |