2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression vs. 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic
To start off, both 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression and 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression. 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 3 1.5 dCi Expression (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic. 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.5 dCi Expression | 2010 Renault Clio 3 1.6 Expression Automatic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
