2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
