2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Express and 2011 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Express 2011 Renault Clio
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Express Clio
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1460 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 452 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2507 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2012 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 2126 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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