2008 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Sharan | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
