2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Impreza | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
