2003 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 692 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Clio | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Clio | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |