2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 473 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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Clio | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| 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 | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1953 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 Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
