2010 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1132 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Beetle |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |