2007 Renault Clio vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
