2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 855 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1990 Renault 25 | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | 25 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |