2008 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 75 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | 75 | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |