2006 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 725 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | Clio | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3032 mm |
