2000 Kia Sephia II 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 Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia II | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
