2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
