2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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 (294 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
