2009 BMW 125 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 125 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
