2003 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 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 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
