2007 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
