2007 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 238 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
