2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 658 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 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Clio | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2915 mm |
