2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
