2009 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2009 Renault Clio and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Renault Clio 2009 Volkswagen Golf
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model Clio Golf
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 186 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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