2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 156 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. 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 1959 Renault Floride. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride 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 | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Floride |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
