2009 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 825 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Clio | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
