2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Renault 21
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 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 117 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 910 kg more than 1994 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 129 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |