2010 Kia Soul vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Soul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Soul would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Soul | Clio |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
