2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (192 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
