2006 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 387 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
