2006 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 55 kg more 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Clio | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
