2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Vito | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
