1998 Renault Espider vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Espider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Espider would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Espider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Espider (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Espider should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Espider. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Espider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Espider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Espider | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Espider | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
