1998 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
