2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Juva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
