2002 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 583 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 2002 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Clio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
