2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,479 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Jetta | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
