2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caliber and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Caliber | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |