2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 473 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 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Azera | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
