2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2003 Renault Clio

To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 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 CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda CX-9 2003 Renault Clio
Make Mazda Renault
Model CX-9 Clio
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L