2006 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2006 Renault Clio and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 608 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.

Because 2006 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, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Renault Clio 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Renault Subaru
Model Clio Legacy
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 97 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1638 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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