2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Renault Sandero. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Vivant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Vivant | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
