2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Cobalt | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |