2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |