2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
