2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 872 kg more than 1989 Renault 25. 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 1989 Renault 25. 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 (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
