2010 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Renault Clio

To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 465 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Renault Clio 2011 Renault Clio
Make Renault Renault
Model Clio Clio
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1460 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 174 km/hour 183 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 1640 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 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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