2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
