2007 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 796 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | R2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
