2006 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Renault Clio and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Renault Clio (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |