1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 841 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Calibra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Calibra has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Calibra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Calibra | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Calibra | Sorento |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |