1998 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
