2002 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio. 2002 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
