2007 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 130 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
