2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 970 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2011 Audi A8 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 A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Clio | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
