2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
