2008 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
