2006 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Splash 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Splash |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
