2007 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
