2008 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 102 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Clio | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |