2003 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Clio | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
