2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
