Renault Clio 2016 vs Peugeot 308 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Clio) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Peugeot 308) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10 seconds | |
| Renault Clio engine produces 40 HP less power than Peugeot 308, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Peugeot 308. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.2 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 4.8 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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The Renault Clio is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Clio consumes 1.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that by driving the Renault Clio over 15,000 km in a year you can save 225 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Clio consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1400 km in combined cycle | 1120 km in combined cycle | |
| 1450 km on highway | 1320 km on highway | ||
| 930 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Clio gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 109 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Clio can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Clio version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.27 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
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Renault Clio is smaller, but slightly higher. Renault Clio is 32 cm shorter than the Peugeot 308, 8 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 610 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
445 litres | 1660 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage space. Renault Clio has 180 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 1215 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Clio is 0.2 metres less than that of the Peugeot 308. | |||
| Gross weight: | no data | 1`840 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 6400 | 5200 | |
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