2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 720 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
