2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1988 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 11. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1988 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
