2007 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
