2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Drifter | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
