1993 Renault Express vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Express | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2639 mm |