2006 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 597 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
