2006 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Clio | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |