2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
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 Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 512 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. 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 1993 Renault Safrane. 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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Safrane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |