1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 681 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Vectra | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |