2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
