2011 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 398 kg more than 2011 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 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 2011 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Renault Clio 2010 Opel Corsa
Make Renault Opel
Model Clio Corsa
Year Released 2011 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 186 km/hour 173 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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