2009 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Clio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
