2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 424 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, 2011 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
