2010 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2010 Renault Clio and 2010 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 810 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6. 2010 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Renault | Pontiac |
Model | Clio | G6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |