2006 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 2007 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
