2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2000 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
