2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 212 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
