2007 Renault Clio vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 Renault Clio | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |