2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |