2006 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 217 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
