2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Renault Modus | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |