2007 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
