2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 966 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
