2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
