2009 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Clio | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |