2001 Audi TT vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
