2005 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (108 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |