2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Outlander | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
