2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V12 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
