2010 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Clio | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Clio | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
