2006 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2006 Renault Clio (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
