2009 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Clio | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |