1997 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 307 kg more than 1997 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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Clio. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
