2007 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Clio | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
