1999 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
Because 1999 Opel Omega 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2000 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Omega | Clio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |