2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |