2009 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis.
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, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2001 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Clio | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
