2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Clio | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
