2002 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |