2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra, 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
