2005 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Clio | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |