2008 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 118 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
