2006 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
