2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 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 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio. 2012 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
