2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 265 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
