2007 Renault Clio vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
