2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
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 i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | i30 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
