2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 614 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 11 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 935 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
