2006 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
