2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 72 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 Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Polo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
