2006 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
