1991 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Soul |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |