2006 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 424 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 V50 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 V50 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
