2010 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Clio | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Clio | Carens |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |