2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
