2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 120 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
