2007 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Clio | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |