2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
