2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (197 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (292 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
