2008 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Clio | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |