2006 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
