2002 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Omega | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
