2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volvo V70 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Volvo | Renault |
Model | V70 | Clio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |