2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
