2001 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 421 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Omega | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |