2007 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Clio | CTS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |