2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio.
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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
