2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
