2007 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |