2006 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2006 Renault Clio and 2006 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Superb (161 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 660 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2006 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | Superb |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
