2007 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 65 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
