2009 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
