2002 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
