2007 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Clio | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
