2006 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Clio | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
