2008 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Kia Spectra5 and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra5. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra5 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Spectra5 | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |