2003 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 323 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Omega | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Omega | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |