2007 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |