1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 380 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2012 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Soul |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |