2004 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2004 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Clio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 22 L |
