2011 Renault Clio vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2011 Renault Clio and 2011 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1444 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 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Clio | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Renault | GMC |
Model | Clio | Sierra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 364 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |