2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |