2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 212 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |