2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Clio 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 133 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1995 Renault Clio. 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 1995 Renault Clio. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
