1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 181 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 Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul 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 Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Soul |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 980 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |