2007 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
