2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
