2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 281 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
