2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
