2006 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, both 2006 Renault Clio and 2006 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Clio | 45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |