1993 Renault Express vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |