2007 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 220 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 Renault Clio (151 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
