2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Spectra (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2005 Kia Spectra has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Spectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
