2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
