2005 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Clio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
