2007 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
