2009 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 225 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
