2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
