1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 108 kg more than 1998 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 Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
