2011 Renault Clio vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Clio | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
