2006 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Clio | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |