2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 9 kg more 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
