2006 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 794 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
