2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 146 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 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 | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 48 L |