2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 468 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.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Clio | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
