2008 Proton Satria vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria.
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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Satria | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Satria | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
