2010 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 541 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Charger | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | Clio |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5083 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |