2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 815 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Renault Modus | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |