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.
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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 |