2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
