2006 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1876 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
