2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford F-250 (475 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
