2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Hardbody | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
