2009 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Renault Clio and 2009 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Clio | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |