2010 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Clio | Insignia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |