2007 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
