2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
