2009 Renault Clio vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |