2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |