2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Kia Spectra and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Spectra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Kia Spectra.
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 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Spectra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
