2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
