2006 Acura TL vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
