2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Renault Modus
To start off, 2010 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 826 kg more than 2010 Renault Modus. 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 2010 Renault Modus. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Modus. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Modus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1986 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
