2006 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |