2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Kia Spectra and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Spectra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
