2006 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2006 Renault Clio and 1995 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 130 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
