2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 95 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 2 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 2 | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |