2009 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 79 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 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2010 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Clio | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
