2003 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Clio | i20 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |