2010 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2010 Renault Clio and 2010 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Clio | Kalos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |