2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 330 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
