2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
