2007 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 32 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Altima 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 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Clio | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |