2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Clio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5550 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
