2011 Renault Sandero vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, both 2011 Renault Sandero and 2011 Hyundai i40 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Renault Sandero. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Sandero | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Sandero | i40 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
