2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 27 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.
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 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 307 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
