2001 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 239 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
