2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
