2007 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Clio | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |