2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 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 52 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 772 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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 1994 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 (294 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 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 | 80 L | 55 L |
