2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 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 | 172 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |