2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 51 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
