2006 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 945 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
