2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Kangoo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |