2000 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Rio | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Clio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |