1991 Renault TXE vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault TXE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault TXE would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Renault TXE. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault TXE.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault TXE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault TXE. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault TXE. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault TXE has manual transmission. 1991 Renault TXE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault TXE | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | TXE | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
