2010 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 2 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Clio | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |