2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 684 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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
