1999 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
