2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 542 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 307 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
