1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Project Vantage | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
