2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
