1991 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |