2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 999 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
