2007 Renault Clio vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | 650 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |