2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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 (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Splash |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
