2003 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
