2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | ForTwo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2540 mm |
