2006 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Clio | Reno |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |