2008 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Renault Clio (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
