2010 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 225 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2010 Renault Clio | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |