2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 134 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 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. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |