2008 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Clio | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |