2009 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1132 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.
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 (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |