2011 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 138 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.
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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Clio | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Clio | Sentra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |