2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
