2003 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 578 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
