2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (192 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
