2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Scenic. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Scenic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |