2009 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 118 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
