2011 Renault Sandero vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Sandero (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Sandero weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Sandero | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Sandero | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
