2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
