2008 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
