2011 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Clio | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Clio | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
