2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |