2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (197 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.

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, 2007 Renault Clio (292 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 2007 Renault Clio
Make Audi Renault
Model A3 Clio
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1999 cc
Horse Power 201 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5550 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1770 mm


 

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