2008 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15 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 | 4250 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
