2006 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 485 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
