2004 Renault Modus vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 826 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Modus | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Modus | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
