2008 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
