2007 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Renault Clio and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (207 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 418 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |