2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 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 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
