2003 Renault Clio vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Renault | Westfield |
| Model | Clio | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
