2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1230 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
