2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
