2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
