2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 17 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
