1998 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
