2009 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 51 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Clio | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
