Renault Clio 2023 vs Ford Fiesta 2021
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault Clio) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Ford Fiesta) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 101 HP | 200 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds | |
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Ford Fiesta is a more dynamic driving. Renault Clio engine produces 99 HP less power than Ford Fiesta, whereas torque is 60 NM less than Ford Fiesta. Due to the lower power, Renault Clio reaches 100 km/h speed 4.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.1 | 6.8 | |
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The Renault Clio is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault Clio consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford Fiesta, which means that by driving the Renault Clio over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 39 litres | 42 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 610 km in combined cycle | |
| Renault Clio gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | 126 mm (5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Clio can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Clio version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.05 m | 4.09 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.49 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 366 litres | 292 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1069 litres | 1093 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Ford Fiesta may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Ford Fiesta (by 24 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Clio is 0.6 metres less than that of the Ford Fiesta, which means Renault Clio can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`702 kg | 1`660 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`173 kg | 1`205 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 529 kg | 455 kg | |
| Renault Clio load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 14 procentiem more than Ford Fiesta. Therefore, Renault Clio is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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