2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 898 kg more than 1993 Renault 19.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | 19 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |