2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 567 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
