2004 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Citi |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1035 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |