2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
