2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 752 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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 2004 Renault Megane. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
