2009 Renault Clio vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 279 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Renault Clio | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Clio | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |