2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Renault Clio

To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Kia Pride Wagon 2005 Renault Clio
Make Kia Renault
Model Pride Wagon Clio
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1324 cc 2957 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7150 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4650 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2480 mm


 

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