1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Scenic | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Scenic | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |