2010 Renault Clio vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Clio | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 120 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
