2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 950 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
