2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1641 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |