2003 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
