2004 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 909 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
