2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |