2007 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 242 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |
