2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
