2003 Renault Clio vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore. 1994 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Clio | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
