2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 944 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
