2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 325 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
