2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
