2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |