2005 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2005 Renault Clio and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
