2007 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Sharan | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
