1996 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 774 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
