2006 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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. Both 2006 Renault Clio and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
