2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 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 | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
