2007 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Renault Clio and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 194 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |