2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 584 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Clio | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |