2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
