2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Livina 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 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Livina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
