2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Q7 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
