2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Clio | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
