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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 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 | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |