2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Audi A6 (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
