2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Renault Floride

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1418 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 1959 Renault Floride
Make Kia Renault
Model Sorento Floride
Year Released 2005 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2351 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 59 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.5 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2178 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 29 L


 

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