2009 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Renault Clio and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Clio | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
