2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Clio | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
